Question on chipped 180 gal aquarium

[swervo513]

Hey all

I am about to purchase an aqaurium from another member. He has told me that it does not leak but there are 3 chips on the tank. 2 I am not so worried about. But one of them is chipped at the seam about 3/4 of the way up. Do you guys think this will be an issue? How can I repair it? I was thinking of applying some extra silicone. I was also told I may be able to use epoxy. Any advice is much appreciated.

:thanks:
Larry

 

[KathyC]

A picture would be invaluable in this case

 

[swervo513]

I dont have one because I do not own it yet. Is it enough to say its chipped at the seam.. Not badly just slightly.

 

[INNEED]

i wouldnt even look at buyin or even takein that tank 4 free leave that tank alone

 

[KathyC]

I dont have one because I do not own it yet. Is it enough to say its chipped at the seam.. Not badly just slightly.

Perhaps the person selling it can provide you with a pic to post? If he/she doesn't feel it's a big concern they should no issue getting you a pic?

 

[dubs]

180g is alot water to be playing with imo but if u see it and u dont feel its a issue then go for it i would see in person if was me rather than pics if it was me

 

[swervo513]

I did see it in person and it doesnt seem to be an issue. I just want to know how to best secure it so to be safe. Anyone have any experience with that? again it is a chip not a fracture or crack. its costing me 275 with delivery so its not a bad deal.

 

[armani4o3]

sometimes when a deal is to good to be true there's a catch find a tank with no imperfections it's not like it's a 10 gal and if it leaks no big deal

 

[swervo513]

So the general consensus is to not buy the tank?

 

[JimmyR1rider]

Just keep in mind you can not just add more silicone- new silicone WILL NOT stick to old silicone. So, the old Ill just gob more than itll take in there will do nothing except give you a false sense of security. If you really want the tank- have the member fill it all the way up and leak test it for a prolonged period of time. If it doesnt leak and you feel comfy with it then go for it. Best wishes

 

[swervo513]

Thanks for the advice

 

[dj ze]

i had a 56 gallon with the same problem that i bought new i chipped it when i first set it up it lasted only 2 years i would'nt buy it not even for free it will snap on you a 180 has to much pressure

 

[swervo513]

well i guess im just not going to take the tank. to bad it did seem to good to be true

 

[scarf_ace1981]

are the chips all on one pane of glass? if so you could always change that one pane. $275 delivered is not bad

 

[nyfynest22]

to risky buddy save your $